Rich Cheesy Grits
📜 Collection: UK3 | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Sides A rich and savory baked grits casserole loaded with garlic cheese, jalapeño cheese, and Velveeta. Perfect as a comforting side dish for any hearty meal.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 1 hour 15 mins | None | 6–8 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Baking dish
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ½ Cup | Quick Cooking Grits | Standard grind |
| 6 Cups | Water | For cooking grits |
| 1 Stick | Oleo | Margarine or butter |
| 1 Stick | Garlic Cheese | Processed cheese stick or equivalent |
| 1 Stick | Jalapeno Cheese | Spicy cheese stick or equivalent |
| Some | Velveeta | Cut into cubes |
| Dash | Paprika | For dusting |
| 3 Teaspoons | Savory Salt | Seasoned salt blend |
| 3 | Beaten Eggs | Whisked until smooth |
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Grits
- In a saucepan, combine 6 cups water and ½ cup quick cooking grits. Cook according to package instructions until thick and done.
Step 2: Combine Cheeses and Eggs
- To the hot cooked grits, stir in 1 stick oleo, 1 stick garlic cheese, 1 stick jalapeno cheese, some Velveeta, dash paprika, and 3 teaspoons savory salt until melted and smooth.
- Allow to cool slightly, then stir in 3 beaten eggs until fully incorporated.
Step 3: Bake
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake at 200 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour until set and bubbling gently around the edges.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Assemble the casserole up to a day in advance, cover, and refrigerate before baking.
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